Role: Financial Controller
Location: Ewole, Deeside
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Role Purpose
Morson are partnering exclusively with a large manufacturing business located in Deeside, our search is for an Financial Controller, to support the UK operations of a wider international group with revenues exceeding €1 billion. The UK business is scaling rapidly, targeting an £80m turnover and headcount of 200+ by 2027.
You ll play a critical role in leading a small on-site finance team, driving robust financial controls, overseeing year-end accounts, audit, tax, and statutory compliance, while collaborating closely with wider UK and European finance colleagues.
Key Responsibilities of the Financial Controller:
* Deliver accurate and timely year-end accounts compliant with UK GAAP.
* Audit, working with external auditors as required.
* Manage the trial balance and monthly closing cycle.
* Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and withholding tax compliance.
* Drive the PO and fixed asset management processes.
* Collaborate on intercompany loans and group-level tax matters.
* Supervise and develop a team of 3 (AP & Billing).
* Partner with procurement, logistics, sales, Management Accountants and treasury to ensure strong controls.
* Contribute to capital allowance processes and inventory accounting.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
What we are looking for:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
* At least 4 years experience in a finance management role, ideally within manufacturing or industrial sectors
* Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory accounting
* Experience and a passion with tax, VAT, and intercompany accounting
* Proficient in SAP and Excel
* Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a growing, evolving business
What s on Offer:
* Generous starting salary (negotiable)
* 26 days annual leave + statutory days
* Pension 6% ER, 2% EE
* Exposure to international operations and cross-border collaboration
* A role suited to someone who enjoys technical accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance
* Supportive leadership and a culture of growth and professional development
If you re looking to bring your technical accounting expertise into a business with exciting growth ambitions and a supportive, collaborative culture, this could be your ideal next move.
To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin.
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